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Happy Birthday Malcolm X!

christine — Wed, 23 May 2012 17:13:19 +0000

Last Saturday Oakland held it’s 12th annual Malcolm X Jazz Arts Festival organized by EastSide Arts Alliance. We set up booth and enjoyed a gorgeous cloudless day with the diverse people of Oakland, soakin up live music, art, community and all around good vibes.

We hella love Oakland.

Maria doin her thang.

Emcee DIME

Hangin with the crew. Teach Dem Kulture and Too Much Crushin.
#nohipsters

AGANA and DIME. Few N Far.

Maria Fatima
Githinji
Kev Choice Ensemble

This song is as true today as it was in 1989.
Do the right thing.

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Till the next episode…

Sean Rose X Lowballers “Finesse”

Neek — Wed, 16 May 2012 14:09:07 +0000

The Second Visual installment off Overdrive, Sean Rose takes us cruisin in a Dope Wald LS460 around Sin City with finesse…Beats by Cam Shot by Rahkeem.

- http://www.seanrose.net

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Athalia – “ThoughtCrime” EP

Yusai — Thu, 10 May 2012 04:36:25 +0000

This project was originally was going to debut in the middle of May. However some complication have forced us to push back the date. The good news is that the delay will be extending the ep with more tracks featuring some more crazy dope sounds! so stay tuned!

In the meantime please preview the first single entitled “Black Rainbows” in the meantime. Produced by Jazzo & Melodiesinfonie (Feelin’ Music)

Listen & Download Athalia’s “Black Rainbows” exclusively through Mellow Orange.

DOWNLOAD

http://melloworange.bandcamp.com/album/thoughtcrime-ep

FOLLOW ATHALIA:
athalia.bandcamp.com
facebook.com/athaliamusic
ATHALIA

Freddie Joachim “Keep Lovin” single now available

Yusai — Thu, 10 May 2012 04:18:58 +0000

The first single, “Keep Lovin feat Carlitta Durand,” off Freddie’s upcoming album, “Fiberglass Kisses,” is now available with a remix by Eric Lau.

Bandcamp | iTunes | Amazon

A big thank you to those who have already purchased the song, and thanks so much for the love. Big peace and thanks to all the websites and blogs, and radio shows that have featured it. Also a big thank you to Carlitta, and the other artists, for being a part of this project. It’s definitely a labor or ‘love.’ FIBERGLASS KISSES coming soon.

freddiejoachim.com
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art by Unknown Document

He Told A Little Story

christine — Wed, 09 May 2012 17:37:00 +0000

“Now here’s a little story I got to tell
About three bad brothers you know so well
It started way back in history
With Ad Rock, MCA and me, Mike D”

Straight history. Hip hop history. And we lost a pioneer. Thank you MCA for paving the way…

And so we celebrate his legacy…and continue to fight! For our right! To parrrrrrrtyyyyy! I think we know what time it is it’s time to get ill!!!

First Fridays aka Oakland Art Murmur

Fist of Flour

DJ Under Water! Just kidding. I really don’t know his name, but he was mixing, under water.

Famous Four Colors

Adam Yauch aka MCA of the Beastie Boys
|Sunrise| August 5, 1964 – |Sunset| May 4, 2012
Rest in everlasting peace.

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REDi “Light the Club” Video

John P — Tue, 08 May 2012 19:11:25 +0000

REDi just released their new “Light the Club” Video. This was filmed during an actual night out with REDi as they hit the LA club scene.

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Beastie Boy’s Adam Yauch / MCA RIP

Mark Arcenal — Fri, 04 May 2012 17:34:02 +0000

One of the more influential groups I’ve grown up listening to, The Beastie Boys, has lost one of its founding members. Adam Yauch AKA MCA died at the age of 47 fighting cancer. Prayers goes out to his family and friends and long live the Beastie Boys.

MCA, Ad-Rock & Mike D.

The first song I ever heard from them. Back when they Punked out.

And an all time favorite performance on letterman.

Jean Paul Gaultier Exhibit

christine — Wed, 02 May 2012 21:24:37 +0000

Inspiration. It’s the one word that surrounds absolutely everything I do. And I can find it anywhere and in everything. But sometimes, it’s handed to me and the hunt for it isn’t necessary.

Last weekend I checked out the Jean Paul Gaultier exhibit currently showing at the de Young. One of the best fashion exhibits I’ve ever seen. If you follow his work you know he’s famous for the cone cup corsets he did for Madonna. And honestly, I wasn’t a big fan of those things. That is, until seeing them in person and learning the story behind them, signifying a woman’s power. This uber talented designer emphasizes that a woman’s sensuality IS her strength. Along with seeing his attention to detail, his impeccable tailoring, his sometimes unusual “how come noone else thought of that?” choices, I found myself in THE epitome of simple…yet complex. My absolute heaven.

And of course, had to get in the good food, before and after my mind blowing experience.

Just For You and the best beignets in the Bay.

TDK in da house…the de Young house!
“DREAM but don’t sleep.”
Chow

“I’m not the average girl from your video
And I ain’t built like a supermodel
But I learned to love myself unconditionally,
Because I am a queen.”

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Till the next episode…

The Master Culture: Dream Mobilize Execute Mix

Reign — Wed, 02 May 2012 16:07:08 +0000

Mr. Paul Skee is launching Master Culture very soon. I’ve been watching his Mighty 4 videos for years. Dope to see that he’s always pushing hip hop positivity. I met him at Hawaii by chance because I noticed he was rockin a dope Thudrumble hat w/ East3′s signature handstyle.

Peep this mix w/ DJs Swiftrock, Lean Rock and Skeme Richards. It has a very chill and groovin vibe. Don’t be surprised if you start BBoying mid mix, haha.

It was like yesterday having skratch sessions w/ Swiftrock and the Supernatural Turntable Artists in the late 90s.

District 36 x The Fresh Prince Project

Patricia — Tue, 01 May 2012 18:40:43 +0000

District 36, the Vancouver duo comprised of Grafic and Seth Kay, release their new mixtape “The Fresh Prince Project”. Themed completely around the first episode of the series The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, they compile a creative blend of old meets new to recreate the nostalgia of the Will Smith’s hit show.

Download now: District 36 x The Fresh Prince Project

Official Website: District 36
Follow: twitter.com/district_36
Youtube: district36music

credits

Released 01 May 2012
Produced by District 36.
Addition production by Joe Leano (25¢ Peep Show) & C-Infamous (Chronico Music Group).
Mixed & engineered by C-Infamous (Chronico Music Group).
Mastered by Greg “The Stunt Man” Michael (Suite Sound Labs).
Photography by J. Pambid Photography.
Artwork by Richie McFly.

This Is How We DEW

John P — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 18:09:01 +0000

Here is an early look at Mountain Dew’s “This is How We Dew,” full commercial spot featuring Lil Wayne, Mac Miller, Jason Aldean, Dale Earnhardt Jr., Paul Rodriguez, Theotis Beasley and Danny Davis. Featuring music from Lil Wayne (“Right Above It”). More videos to come.

I’m really feeling this campaign as it features a wide-array of cultures from skating to snowboarding and hip-hop to motorsports. Mountain Dew reminds you to “Find your thing and Dew you!”

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SSUR – The Evil That Men Do @ Known Gallery

Carlos Avalos — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 03:43:39 +0000

I’m very late on this one but I havent had time to update but couples weeks ago Russ Karablin aka SSUR had his solo show at Known Gallery titled “The Evil That Men Do.” The show had a ton of great prints and paintings. Check out and support SSUR.

A wall of history, old t-shirt graphics silk screened on canvas.

Josh Peas, Ain’t Shit Funny.

Legends in the Game. Steve (Frank 151), Russ (SSUR) , Greg (Hall of Fame), & Stash.

Hawaii said fuck the double cup & got a double gulp. CBG.

Nas: “The Don”

Mark Arcenal — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 20:37:18 +0000

Nas drops his first rap video from his 10th album called “The Don” and the beat bangs. Can’t wait til his album drops July 17th. Finally new rap worth listening to again.

Also listen to “Daughters”.

Red Bull’s Ride + Style Contest in SF

Mark Arcenal — Sat, 28 Apr 2012 07:20:03 +0000

If you’re in SF tomorrow, April 28th, Red Bull Ride + Style will put the world’s fastest and most stylish fixed-gear riders on center stage in San Francisco’s Justin Herman Plaza for the second year in a row. A collision of fixed-gear biking and urban contemporary art, the event features riders facing off in both track and freestyle competitions with the obstacles decorated by local San Francisco artists.

Age Ain’t Nothing But A Number

christine — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 17:13:41 +0000

Birthdays are reminders. Reminding us that we are blessed to spend another beautiful year on this earth. Reminding us to be thankful. Reminding us that we are older but more importantly, wiser. Reminding us to celebrate life. Well last week that’s exactly what we did. Remind ourselves just how good life is. Cheers to my doe or die, my MaryJane cohort, my everyday motivator…Saree! Cheers doll!!! To the good life!

Mezzanine for Common Kings and Katchafire show.

Straight VIP status. Cuz that’s how we do!

Common Kings

Katchafire

Awwwww shiiii…SURPRISE!!! J. Boog!

MaryJane in da house! Shaka!

Met up with the Few and Far gyals in Frisco on day 2 of their road trip bombin the West Coast.
RESPECT ladies!!! Can’t wait to see the video!

Dinner at Hawker Fare. For good eats and fresh beats.

OMG. Get the pork belly with egg if you ever go. Bomb.com.Then of course had to hit the usual kick it spot…SomaR!Staycation downtown SF. With a corner view.
So HIGH…

…and so FLYYYY. haha

330 Ritch
Evidence
Good morning fog!

And guess where the fog is comin from?
Fog city chicks fog fog city chicks.
Happy Earth Day Saree!!!

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Till the next episode…

Enter REDi

John P — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 01:26:58 +0000

A good friend of mine turned me on a new group after seeing them perform at this year’s SXSW. Enter REDi, a group comprised of four multi-talented artists. The group is centralized around the distinctive music production of producer and songwriter, Redwine. Joining him is Rob A!, a Grammy nominated songwriter, penning hits “Forever” by Chris Brown and “Disturbia” by Rihanna, singer and songwriter, Robby Blackwell, and actor / rapper, Aundrus Poole, formerly featured on NBC’s “Friday Night Lights.” This collective group is up and coming and I look forward to checking out a live show soon.

Check out the teaser to their video for “Red Pill.”

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Boyfriend remix – Konrad OldMoney VS Justin Bieber

Patricia — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 20:19:25 +0000

The talent that comes out of my city amazes me. This is pretty good, check it out!

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“Boyfriend” By Justin Bieber remixed by Konrad OldMoney
Download: http://snd.sc/J5lLE6
More music: Konrad OldMoney
Video by: Richie Mcfly
Animation: Hungry Tortoise studios, Rachael Freedman, Someir – http://www.hungrytortoise.com/
Dancers: T and Sharky (Vancouver, CANADA)
Clothes: Welcome to EastVan

Best of Both Worlds

christine — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 18:44:32 +0000

We got it all in the Bay. City life, burb life, the hood, the hills, water, woods, sun and even snow.

Last week I had the best of both worlds. Got in some RARE Spring powder. Then to the City for the closing reception for DREAM…rest in POWER. (Yes, I’m rhymin.)

Spring powder…

————————————————————————————————————-

…brings DREAM power.

Rest in Power KING DREAM.
(Sunrise) August 15, 1969 – (Sunset) February 17, 2000

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Just riden’. Bay shit.

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Till the next episode…

A Pleasant Surprise VOL.1 | Prod. by CAM

Neek — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 22:40:37 +0000

VIBE OUT: http://producedbycam.bandcamp.com/album/a-pleasant-surprise-vol-1

Mellow Orange presents the “Stay Mellow” Mixtape

Yusai — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 19:49:14 +0000

A little something something to promote the release of our mellow orange tee. No lil wayne’, drake, tyga, or chris brown on this mixtape. Sorry to disappoint anyone looking for the usual… Go study up on the alternative! Stay mellow y’all. Peace. -Yusai

Mellow Orange presents the “Stay Mellow” Mixtape.

Mixed by Freddie Joachim, Question, and Yusai.

DOWNLOAD don’t forget to purchase the “Stay Mellow” T-Shirt at Mellow Orange

track list:

FREDDIE JOACHIM:

Diggs Duke – Patiently, We Bloom

Q-Tip – We Fight/We Love Remix feat. Kanye West & Consequence

Mark de Clive-Lowe – Masina’s World

Jay-Z – Threat (Kev Brown Remix)

Roddy Rod – Truly 1Derful feat. Cynthia Hawkes

Eric Lau – The Mission feat. Guilty Simpson

J Dilla – Remember feat. Bilal Remix

Kev Brown – Can’t Stay Away feat. Phonte & Grap Luva

Dwele – Without You

Esthero – Thank Heaven 4 U (Calvin Flowers Remix)

Slakah The Beatchild – Bare Naked (Freddie Joachim Remix)

Monkey_sequence19 – Pretend feat. Mar (Kan Sano Remix)

Q-Tip – For The Nasty feat. Busta Rhymes (Freddie Joachim Remix)

QUESTION:

Question – Milt Break Pt 1

Tall Black Guy – Dance Forever

Mar Variation – 2u4u

Stro Elliot – Soul II Stro

Panacea – Flashback To Stardom Remix

The Roots – Eve

Little Brother – Deeper Ft. Dynas

Suff Daddy – One for Rawls

Elzhi – Days And Nights

Dorothy Ashby – Come Live With Me

YUSAI:

Oddisee – Beach Dr.

Fonzworth Bentley – Venice Beaches (Inst)

Mecca:83 – Make Sounds

45 feat. Bulljun – Another Place

Les Nubians – Makeda (Dj Spinna and Ticklah Remix)

Hazel – For You

Zebrahim – Zizzle

14KT – The Inside feat. Tiffany Paige

Versis – Slow Down

Trey Hemingway- Tokyo Dreaming

Damu feat. Raw Poetic – Prosper

Black Sheep – Without A Doubt (Inst)

MELLOW ORANGE 2012

melloworange.com | freddiejoachim.com | analoguestudies.com

“Perfect” by Brandon Fletcher

Patricia — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 16:36:24 +0000

I’ve definitely been sleeping on this. I guess this is what I get since I live in Canada.
Anyway, this is a great track & vid. Peep game.

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Official website [ brandonfuckingfletcher.com/ ]

Download his mixtape, “An album about Women”
[ mediafire.com/download.php?3s1dtao1g2wz79l ]

Art is Life is Love

christine — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 17:10:09 +0000

I’ve always been one to pay attention to my surroundings, whether it’s being pleasantly surprised by the sudden whiff of bread baking, hearing the distant sounds of a train going by, feeling the bump of bass vibrating through your bones, watching birds fly by in that perfect pattern, or seeing a particular color only a flower can give. I always see the beauty within…even in the most menial things. So it’s no surprise that art plays a huge part in my life.

MaryJane Clothing is very much influenced by these very surroundings. Thank you universe…for simply being you…and letting me be me.

At MaryJane, love is love. And we’ve started our own personal collection of all that represents that. See pics below…of our peers, our inspirators, our fellow hustlas. Big ups to you for chasing the dream. And being a part of mine.

MaryJane x MEME

MEME bombed train. Sactown, Cali

Lil’ John…keepin’ the DREAM alive.
DREAM TDK

DASH TDK

MaryJane x DREAM poster | Bay Grown, Cali Love | by DASH TDK

VOGUE TDK

MaryJane x DIME

From the earth we grow, through concrete we rise! by DIME

MaryJane x AGANA

Handmade pendant by AGANA.

P.S. I don’t know how I come up with this shit ya’ll.
It be 100% organic.

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Till the next episode…

Mellow Orange presents the “STAY MELLOW” heather gray t-shirt.

Yusai — Sat, 07 Apr 2012 05:30:29 +0000

It’s been 2 years since the idea of pressing a tee ever popped into my head… can’t believe it took us this long to make that idea into reality. Needless to say, “we finally deed-it”. Stay tune as we will release the “Stay Mellow” mix to celebrate the release of our first ever teeshirt. Peace.

p.s Mark, I’m still waiting on our Fatlace x Mellow Orange collabo shirt… Let’s make it happen!?

Mellow Orange presents the “STAY MELLOW” heather gray t-shirt.

NOW AVAILABLE!

Sizes available: Small // Medium // Large // X-Large

Limited quantities available! Get yours now!

ORDER NOW THROUGH MELLOW ORANGE

Credit Cards and Paypal accepted

design by Unknown Document.

LOST in ART …

Ernie Manansala — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 13:54:06 +0000

There have been some days I just wanted hide and just get away from everything that is happening …

I have been a art nerd my entire life … And I just googled HIDDEN ART … Thinking I could find something to take my mind of things … And yea .. This got my mind off things real fast… can you find the Asian dude ?

Parra Mural Time-Lapse

Ernie Manansala — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 13:47:14 +0000

This time-lapse video documents the Dutch graphic artist Parra at work on his mural Weirded Out on SFMOMA’s second-floor landing over the course of several days.